GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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WordMeaning
variegateto diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple
enterprisingmarked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
effaceto eliminate or make indistinct by or as if by wearing away a surface
promptto move to action : incite
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
perorationthe concluding part of a discourse and especially an oration
elysiumthe abode of the blessed after death in classical mythology
kismetfate
perforateto make a hole through